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Stretching the Definition of Academic Freedom
Just because professors disagree with a policy doesn't mean it violates fundamental rights, writes John Friedl.
'Why Are We Even Here For?'
As a teacher of writing and literature at Salem State College, I hear a lot of stories. My students, although...
The 20th Century University Is Obsolete
The Rev. John P. Minogue surveys the shifts in higher education, and sees more change ahead.
All Plots Move Deathward
Perhaps 9/11 might have been prevented, but not the conspiracy theories about it. Scott McLemee tries on a shiny new tinfoil hat.
Still Waiting to Be Consulted
Fleur LaDouleur considers the demise of Pluto and why humanitists weren't in on the big decision.
Why Colleges Are So Hard to Change
Robert M. Diamond discusses the barriers facing a federal panel's effort to change higher education, and how they might be overcome.
The Puzzle of Leadership
In an excerpt from his autobiography, William M. Chace discusses what it's really like as president to deal with administrators, faculty members and trustees.
Solidarity
Cary Nelson offers an inside look at the faculty strike at Eastern Michigan University.